NIFT Registration 2027 Started at exams.nta.nic.in/niftee: Apply by 16 November, Exam on 10 January

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened online registration for the National Institute of Fashion Technology Entrance Examination (NIFTEE)–2027. Candidates can apply for Undergraduate, Postgraduate, NLEA, Artisans and Ph.D. programmes through the official portal, exams.nta.nic.in/niftee, from 16 October 2026.

The last date to submit the application with the normal fee is 16 November 2026. Applications with a late fee of ₹5,000 will be accepted until 21 November 2026. An online correction window will be available from 22 to 25 November 2026. The Stage 1 written examination is scheduled for 10 January 2027.

NIFT 2027 Registration Highlights

Important Application Dates

Application Fee (Category-wise)

• Open / Open-EWS / OBC (NCL) – one programme: ₹2,000
• Open / Open-EWS / OBC (NCL) – two programmes: ₹3,000
• SC / ST / PwD / PwBD – one programme: ₹500
• SC / ST / PwD / PwBD – two programmes: ₹750

A late fee of ₹5,000 is payable in addition to the applicable fee for applications submitted after 16 November 2026 and up to 21 November 2026. Fees for NRI / Foreign National / OCI / PIO / SAARC categories follow NIFT norms (higher amount reported in secondary sources; confirm in official bulletin).

How to Fill the NIFT Registration Form 2027

1. Visit the official portal: exams.nta.nic.in/niftee.
2. Register using Aadhaar number / basic details (name, mobile, email) to create login credentials.
3. Log in and complete the application form with personal, academic and programme preferences.
4. Upload a recent photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format and size.
5. Complete Aadhaar-based e-KYC and live photograph capture as prompted.
6. PwD/PwBD candidates must upload a valid UDID Card.
7. Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
8. Download and save the confirmation page.

Candidates are advised to keep scanned documents ready and avoid last-minute submission to prevent technical issues.

Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph and signature (prescribed size/format)
• Aadhaar details for e-KYC
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Valid UDID Card for PwD/PwBD candidates
• Other certificates as per the Information Bulletin

Exam Pattern Snapshot – Stage 1

• General Ability Test (GAT): Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Creative Ability Test (CAT): Pen-and-Paper Based Test (PBT)
• Stage 2 (for shortlisted candidates): Situation Test and/or Personal Interview (offline)

The examination will be held in approximately 100 cities across India. Exact centre, date, and shift will appear on the admit card.

Official Links

• Application portal: https://exams.nta.nic.in/niftee
• NTA website: https://nta.ac.in

NIFT website: https://www.nift.ac.in

Aspirants should download the official Information Bulletin for complete eligibility criteria, syllabus, detailed fee rules, and programme-specific requirements before applying. Registration is currently active; candidates are encouraged to complete the process well before the 16 November deadline.